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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kayal : All you need to know about the long-running family drama starring Chaithra Reddy and Sanjeev Karthick
One of Tamil television's most beloved serials, 'Kayal', continues to tug at viewers' heartstrings as it marches past an impressive milestone of 1,370 episodes. Premiering in October 2021, Kayal has become a household favourite with its poignant portrayal of a young woman's sacrifices and resilience. The show is remade and adapted across several languages: Bhavana (Malayalam), Saadhana (Telugu), Radhika (Kannada), and Majhi Manasa (Marathi), attesting to its pan-Indian appeal. A powerful story At the heart of Kayal is the story of a nurse named Kayalvizhi, played by Chaithra Reddy, who rises above personal struggles to become the pillar of her family. Abandoned by her father and burdened by an alcoholic brother, Moorthy, she becomes the sole breadwinner. Kayal finds purpose and pride in supporting her siblings; Moorthy, Anbu, Devi, and Anandhi, even as she endures emotional and financial hardships. Her selfless journey continues to inspire viewers across age groups. Stellar cast The show features an ensemble of seasoned and new talents. Alongside leads Chaithra Reddy and Sanjeev Karthick, the cast includes Meenakumari, Dharmalingam, Sumangali, Uma Riyaz Khan , Ayyappan, Ishwarya Ravichandran, Nila Gracy, Avinash Ashok, Janaki Devi, Hema Srikanth, Gopi, Sathyapriya, Sivasamy, Baby Dechina, and others. Their strong performances have added depth to the emotionally layered narrative. Where to watch Kayal airs every evening at 7:30 PM on Sun TV. Its relatable storyline and standout performances continue to attract a loyal fan base.
Business Upturn
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
SRH owner Sun TV Network buys UK's Northern Superchargers cricket franchise for Rs 1,168.6 crore
Sun TV Network Limited announced on Friday (July 18) that it has completed the acquisition of 100% equity of Northern Superchargers Limited, one of the eight franchises of The Hundred, a professional cricket league run by the England & Wales Cricket Board. According to its filing with the BSE and NSE, the Chennai-based media and sports company will pay GBP 100.5 million (approximately ₹1,168.6 crore) in cash for the acquisition. The purchase is being made through the automatic route under RBI regulations, and completion is expected on or before December 31, 2025. This marks Sun TV's latest global sports venture after owning the IPL team Sunrisers Hyderabad and the SA20 team Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Sun TV stated that the deal is aligned with its strategy to expand its global footprint in sports, particularly cricket, and build on the growing popularity of The Hundred internationally. Northern Superchargers Limited, incorporated in the UK in May 2019, operates in the cricket industry. The franchise reported revenues of GBP 1.89 million in FY24, slightly lower than GBP 1.99 million in FY23. Sun TV emphasized that the acquired entity is already profitable, and they expect the league to deliver greater financial success given the rising global interest. The board of Sun TV approved the deal during its meeting on July 18, which started at 2:30 PM and concluded at 3:40 PM. Post-acquisition, Northern Superchargers will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sun TV Network. No related-party transactions were involved, and the promoters of Sun TV do not have any prior interest in the entity. The acquisition is entirely cash-funded via authorised banking channels. Sun TV stated in its disclosure: 'We are enhancing our global footprint into sports and are investing into a Club that is part of 'The Hundred', which is already profitable and poised for greater financial success.' The move cements Sun TV's presence in cricket leagues across three major regions — India, South Africa, and now the United Kingdom. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Uncle Stalin works out truce between Maran brothers
Chennai: A month after issuing a legal notice against his brother seeking a "fair share" in the profits of the Sun TV Network, MP Dayanidhi Maran on Sunday arrived at a truce with Sun TV Network chairman , thanks to the efforts of their uncle and chief minister M K Stalin. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A source confirmed that Stalin mediated between the warring brothers and arrived at a compromise on Sunday evening. "It is true. He (Dayanidhi) will withdraw the notice," said the source. Dayanidhi sent a legal notice to his elder brother Kalanithi on June 10, accusing him of flouting rules and transferring to himself lakhs of shares of the Chennai-based Sun TV group, which are worth thousands of crores of rupees. Kalanithi had derived 5,926 crore as dividends till 2023 and another 455 crore in 2024, Dayanidhi said. This is not the first time that Stalin has played mediator within the family. In 2008, after a fall out between Karunanidhi's elder son M K Alagiri and the Maran brothers, Stalin with the help of his half-sister Kanimozhi, reunited the family. The legal notice to Kalanithi last month also recalls that soon after completion of the last rites of their father Murasoli Maran on Nov 24, 2003, "in family interest" and their mother's age, health and wellbeing, Karunanidhi, as head of the family, offered to mediate with Kalanithi, and asked if any arrangements had been made or decisions reached concerning the division of properties among the family members. Dayanidhi replied that his brother would take care of everything and will do all acts beneficial to the family as his father would have done. Years later, relations soured between the Maran brothers over their business holdings. The Sun TV Network reported a turnover of 4,544 crore for FY2024-25 and a net profit of 1,654.45 crore. Dayanidhi threatened to approach SFIO, SEBI, ED and other statutory organisations to initiate civil, criminal, regulatory and enforcement proceedings against Kalanithi and his associates, including his wife Kaveri Kalanithi, unless they restored Sun TV and all related companies to their original state as on Sep 15, 2003, by reinstating the shares to the rightful owners — M K Dayalu Ammal, wife of late CM M Karunanidhi, and the legal heirs of late Murasoli Maran within a week.
News18
08-07-2025
- Business
- News18
Family Feud Ends? Maran Brothers Call Truce After Row, CM Stalin Played Mediator: Report
Last Updated: The mediation took place recently in the presence of key members of the DMK family, including Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin A reported truce has been reached between DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran and his elder brother Kalanithi Maran, Chairman of Sun TV Network, following a bitter and public family dispute over alleged financial mismanagement and company shareholding. According to a report by The Hindu citing sources, the mediation took place recently in the presence of key members of the DMK family, including Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin. While sources confirmed that a meeting took place, none of the individuals involved have revealed details of the discussion or the terms of the apparent settlement. The peace deal after a legal notice issued by Dayanidhi Maran in June, where he accused his brother of serious financial misconduct. The allegations included fraudulent practices, misgovernance, and even money laundering, reportedly linked to the management and shareholding of Sun TV following the death of their father, Murasoli Maran, in 2003. Dayanidhi had claimed that their father had died without leaving a Will, and demanded that the company's shareholding structure be restored to what it was in 2003. His legal notice also warned of possible investigations by multiple regulatory bodies, including the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), SEBI, RBI, Enforcement Directorate, and the Registrar of Companies. The row had an immediate impact on markets, with Sun TV's shares falling over 5 percent in early trade shortly after the news broke. In response, the company had issued a statement clarifying that the matter was personal and would not affect its operations or performance. At present, Kalanithi Maran holds a 75 percent stake in Sun TV Network, a major media conglomerate with a market capitalisation of over Rs 24,000 crore. The network broadcasts in seven languages across India, operates several FM radio stations, and owns IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad as well as the Sunrisers Eastern Cape in South Africa's T20 league. view comments First Published: July 08, 2025, 23:16 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Pink Villa
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Throwback: When Trisha Krishnan labelled Thalapathy Vijay as epitome of professionalism, saying ‘he needs time to warm up'
Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha Krishnan recently made the headlines after the actress's birthday post went viral. However, do you know what she had to say about the superstar after working with him back in the day? In an old interview with Sun TV, Trisha highlighted how Thalapathy Vijay is the epitome of professionalism but needs some time to warm up to anyone around him. During her conversation, the actress said, 'Working with Vijay, you need some time. You kinda have to build up the comfort level, he is not a serious person, but very quiet.' 'When we were doing Ghilli, if he starts, he will continue talking, and he is very fun to work with. There are no interferences when working with him; he is the epitome of being professional,' Trisha added. Are Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha Krishna dating? Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha have often hit headlines over the last couple of years, especially with rumors of dating each other. While there hasn't been any confirmation about their relationship status, netizens seem eager to ship them whenever they are spotted together. Over the years, Vijay and Trisha have appeared together in several movies, including 2023's Leo and even the latter's special appearance in The Greatest Of All Time (The GOAT). Coming to Thalapathy Vijay's work front, the superstar is next set to appear in the lead role for Jana Nayagan. The upcoming Tamil-language political action drama is directed by H Vinoth. With Pooja Hegde and Bobby Deol as co-leads, Vijay will be playing a menacing police officer, with the first video glimpse titled The First Roar, showcasing him in an action avatar. Jana Nayagan's First Roar Apart from the mentioned actors, the movie will have an ensemble cast of performers like Mamitha Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Narain, Priyamani, and more in key roles. The upcoming film is expected to be the actor's alleged final movie before entering politics. On the other hand, Trisha Krishnan was last seen in the Kamal Haasan-Simbu starrer Thug Life. Moving ahead, she has films like Chiranjeevi starrer Vishwambhara and Karuppu starring Suriya in her lineup.
